The Supreme Court is set to review a piece of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) that makes certain preventive care services free. This includes HIV medications, heart statins, and cancer screenings. The challenge comes from a Texas business and some individuals who argue that the way these services are
Wildfires are becoming more frequent in certain parts of the U. S. , like California and Colorado, due to climate changes affecting temperature and drought. These fires can release smoke that travels miles, causing health issues like respiratory problems, irritated eyes, and headaches. Even people m
Wildfires don't just burn homes and forests; they can also ignite mental health issues that smolder long after the flames are gone. Dr. Jyoti Mishra, a psychiatrist at the University of California, San Diego, has seen this firsthand. Her family from Los Angeles fled to her home due to fires, and she
Ever wondered if having health insurance could actually help you live longer? Scientists have been exploring this question for years. Back in 2008, they were just beginning to uncover some clues. Now, we have solid evidence showing that health insurance can indeed lengthen our lives. Research has fo
Imagine walking into a store and seeing healthcare services lined up like products on shelves. That's what's happening these days. Patients are transforming into customers, using apps and online reviews to pick doctors and treatments. This shift has been happening over the last two decades, but the
Somalia, a country working to overcome years of turmoil, faces a significant challenge: poor maternal health. With maternal mortality rates at an alarming high, efforts to enhance maternal care are crucial. This study delves into the journey of maternal care in Somalia, focusing on the levels of com
Think about how doctors decide what’s best for their patients. It used to be mainly based on their experience and opinions. But over the past 50 years, things have changed. Doctors now rely more on scientific research and evidence. This is called evidence-based medicine. Randomized controlled trials
The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted a global need for quick and accessible health training. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) have been a popular method for spreading knowledge, but they face hurdles like limited tech access, language barriers, and cultural differences, especially in low-resource ar
In October 2022, Seoul's Itaewon district saw a horrifying crowd crush incident, leaving many lives lost and countless injured. Such events often trigger serious mental health issues like anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). A team of researchers set out to explore the men
Imagine the pressure of caring for little ones all day, every day. For preschool care providers in Kuala Lumpur, the job can be challenging, to say the least. This cross-sectional study dug into the psychosocial factors that might affect their mental health. It's important because stress in caregive
